Controller

Accountants One; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Accountants One is seeking an experienced Controller to lead the company's accounting and financial operations. This role oversees financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cost and inventory accounting, and internal controls.

The Controller will partner with operations and executive leadership to drive profitability and strategic financial decisions. The ideal candidate will have CPA certification, a bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, 7+ years of accounting experience with

Qualifications

• CPA certification required.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership.
• Manufacturing and cost accounting experience required.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and inventory accounting.
• Experience with ERP systems and advanced Excel.

Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting operations, including month-end and year-end close.
• Prepare accurate financial statements and management reports.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Oversee cost accounting, inventory accounting, and standard costing.
• Coordinate internal and external audits.
• Partner with operations to improve profitability and financial performance.
• Lead and develop the accounting team.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical

Communication

GAAP knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Accountants One is partnering with a growing organization that is seeking an experienced Controller to lead the company's accounting and financial operations. This role is responsible for financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cost accounting, inventory accounting, internal controls, and supporting strategic business decisions. The Controller will partner closely with operations and executive leadership to drive financial performance and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting operations, including month-end and year-end close.
• Prepare accurate financial statements and management reports.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Oversee cost accounting, inventory accounting, and standard costing.
• Analyze manufacturing variances and recommend cost improvement opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and maintain strong internal controls.
• Coordinate internal and external audits.
• Partner with operations to improve profitability and financial performance.
• Lead and develop the accounting team.

Qualifications

• CPA required.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibilities.
• Manufacturing and cost accounting experience required.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and inventory accounting.
• Experience with ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical, leadership, and communication skills.